Review of All Is Lost (2013) by Tim C — 17 Aug 2014

I've seen this movie on DVD at least 30 times. I think this movie epitomizes the self absorbed lifestyle we tend to lead today. I think this is Redford's finest movie. Without nearly a word, Redford is able to express a sentiment in life that most multimillion dollar, mega-special effect movies generally can't do, tell a good life story.

Most who may watch this movie and think this movie is about a boat sinking, don't get it. In my mind, the movie is a metaphor for and about life, specifically about those who live life, become ultra successful, are type-A personalities, and go about a narcissistic lifestyle.

The movie illuminates a commonality, you can't save yourself from life's ultimate end, death. The main question to answer in the movie is whether you want to get to the end alone or do you want to rely on the help of others.

To answer this question, you don't need memorable dialog or catchy phrases. Just intelligent movie making and a great performance by a great actor. This movie is a must see.